Na12Zn2Se8 is a ternary semiconductor compound combining sodium, zinc, and selenium—a member of the tetrahedral chalcogenide family that exhibits ionic-covalent bonding character. This material is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and solid-state applications where its band structure and thermal properties may offer advantages in photovoltaic devices, thermoelectric systems, or solid-state electrolytes; it represents an experimental compound rather than an established industrial material, with potential relevance to next-generation semiconductor technologies seeking alternatives to conventional II-VI or perovskite systems.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 28.24 | GPa | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 11.79 | GPa | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.755 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.092 | eV/atom | — |